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in a pen together. If the mother butts it away, 

 she should be tied up and the lamb allowed to 

 suck. This usually causes a family reunion. 



The various diseases and disorders of the ewe 

 are considered in the section, "Diseases of the 

 Ewe." 



CARE OF THE LAMB. 



If the lamb is born normal, and does not become 

 infested with parasites, very little need be done to 

 keep it in a healthy and thrifty condition. 



How A LAMB is DOCKED WITH HOT PINCHEBS. 



Courtesy American Sheep Breeder. 



When an apparently ' ' lifeless lamb ' ' is dropped 

 it may be possible to resuscitate it by the follow- 

 ing method: Clean all mucus from the mouth and 

 nostrils, and blow gently into its nose. Lay it on 

 its belly and slightly tap each side over the lungs. 

 A whiff or two of aromatic spirits of ammonia is 

 beneficial. 



For a chilled lamb, wrapping it up in a warm 

 coat or blanket and giving a few drops of whiskey 



